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Kari Perez, MD, LCPC

Collaborative counselor for growth and recovery
  • Client-centered support
  • Evidence-based strategies
  • Flexible session options

About Kari Perez

Kari Perez is a licensed clinician practicing in Maryland with 10 years of clinical experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children. She earned a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University in 2011 and holds the credentials MD and LCPC - MD indicating a medical degree and LCPC standing for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Her early career included four years working in a long-term residential facility serving adults with co-occurring addiction and mental health diagnoses, and she has provided outpatient care both in person and virtually.

Across practice settings, Kari has focused on anxiety, depression, stress management, motivation, self-esteem, addiction, and practical life skills. She takes a multi-modal approach, drawing from multiple theories and techniques to tailor strategies that fit each person and situation. Central to her work is the belief that the client is the expert in their own experience; she positions herself as a collaborative partner who listens closely, offers clinical guidance, and helps clients set and reach meaningful goals.

Kari enjoys working with people who are committed to personal growth and becoming their best selves. She applies her clinical experience to help clients build skills, improve coping, and navigate life changes with greater resilience and self-compassion.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kari Perez have?

Kari Perez has 10 years of clinical experience.

Is Kari Perez a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials MD and LCPC. License details: MD LCPC LC5249.

In which languages does Kari Perez provide therapy?

Kari Perez provides therapy in English.

Where is Kari Perez located?

Kari Perez is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Kari Perez as my therapist?

You can work with Kari Perez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kari Perez work with international clients?

Kari Perez does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kari Perez cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy centers the client as the authority on their own life, with the therapist providing empathic listening and partnership to support self-discovery and growth. This approach is useful for work on self-esteem, life transitions, grief, and building motivation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, mood concerns, and addictive behaviors. Sessions emphasize skills, experiments, and clear goals.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, helping people manage intense emotions, anger, and relationship challenges. Kari draws from these methods to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Kari collaborates with clients to determine which strategies fit best based on their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She adapts methods over time so care stays aligned with what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family, or schooling, support continuity of care during life changes, and allow clients to engage in the format that feels most comfortable to them.

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